1984 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,329 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota iQ (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | iQ |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2000 mm |
